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10 storiesnewest firstlatest September 8, 2026
Manitoba has asked the Labour Board to temporarily halt the Dynacare lab workers' strike, warning that continued disruption could cause catastrophic consequences for the province's medical testing services.
Four teenagers were killed and four others, including two children, injured after two vehicles collided near Winnipeg Beach on September 6, 2026, prompting an RCMP investigation.
Swan Valley schools reopened in September 2026 after staying open through historic summer floods, as families juggle recovery and the new school year.
Manitoba farmer Zack Wiebe near Morden has started using a drone for crop spraying to reduce costs, reflecting a wider shift from traditional aircraft to cheaper unmanned technology in the region.
Winnipeg school divisions are drafting AI usage policies as Manitoba considers banning classroom chat‑bots, with provincial consultations slated for the coming months ahead of the 2026‑27 school year.
Federal, provincial and Winnipeg officials have formed a partnership to build at least 820 affordable housing units in Winnipeg and Swan River, aiming to boost supply in both the province’s largest city and a smaller western town.
A violent storm on Sunday night damaged power infrastructure in River Heights, leaving about 1,500 homes without electricity. Manitoba Hydro crews are repairing lines, poles and equipment, with restoration efforts ongoing.
A severe thunderstorm on September 6, 2026, generated strong winds that pushed a Winnipeg man's car onto a neighbor’s front lawn. Emergency crews cleared the vehicle without injury, highlighting the storm’s disruptive impact on the city.
A 55‑year‑old motorcyclist and his passenger were hospitalized after their bike hit a deer on Highway 59 near Tolstoi on September 5, 2026, prompting a response from RCMP, firefighters and paramedics.
Accounting data through June 2026 shows Winnipeg will face a $29 million revenue shortfall in its 2026 operating budget, prompting the city to consider spending adjustments and revenue options.
